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SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs Northampton | Full-Time SEN TA Role | Immediate Start Available

SEN Teaching Assistant Required - Northampton

APT Education is urgently recruiting a dedicated and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming and supportive school in Northampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or Care Professional looking to make a genuine difference to children with additional needs.

The school is looking to appoint quickly, meaning early applications are strongly encouraged.

SEN Teaching Assistant Job Overview

Location: Northampton

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Salary: Competitive Rates of Pay

APT Education is working closely with a highly regarded educational setting seeking an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs.

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team committed to helping every pupil achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC)
• Supporting pupils with ADHD
• Working with children with Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• Supporting pupils with SEMH needs
• Assisting children with sensory processing difficulties
• Delivering targeted interventions and small-group support
• Providing 1:1 support where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
• Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom

Experience Required

The school is seeking candidates with previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs.

Suitable backgrounds include:

✅ SEN Teaching Assistant

✅ Learning Support Assistant

✅ Behaviour Mentor

✅ Youth Worker

✅ Support Worker

✅ Residential Care Worker

✅ Teaching Assistant

✅ Alternative Provision Experience

✅ Children's Services Experience

✅ Mental Health Support Roles

The Ideal SEN Teaching Assistant Will Have:

• Experience working with Autism and/or ADHD
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships quickly
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

Relevant qualifications are welcomed but experience and the right attitude are equally valued.

Why Work With APT Education?

APT Education is a specialist education recruitment agency supporting schools across Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas.

We work closely with a growing number of Primary Schools, SEN Schools and Multi-Academy Trusts, helping schools secure high-quality Teaching Assistants, Teachers and Support Staff.

Our reputation is built on providing a professional, honest and personal service to both schools and candidates.

Benefits Include:

✅ Competitive rates of pay

✅ Weekly PAYE payroll

✅ Full-time opportunities

✅ Long-term and permanent vacancies available

✅ Dedicated consultant support

✅ Access to exclusive local school vacancies

✅ Fast and straightforward registration process

✅ Opportunities for career progression within education

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🚨 Immediate Start Available

🚨 Full-Time Position

🚨 Excellent School Environment

🚨 High Demand Vacancy - Apply Early

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